How should ears be properly cleaned?

UPDATED 3:15 PM CDT Aug 22, 2013

By Pure Matters

Normally, ears canals are self-cleaning and should not need cleaning with any devices or cotton-tipped applicators. Cleaning the ear can cause problems by pushing the ear wax deeper into the ear canal and against the eardrum. However, sometimes wax can accumulate excessively, resulting in a blocked ear canal. In the case of a blocked ear canal, consult your physician. He/she may recommend one or more of the following:

an irrigation of the ear canal to wash out the wax

a vacuuming of the ear canal to remove the wax

the use of a special instrument(s) to remove the wax

prescription eardrops or mineral oil to soften the wax

Always consult your physician for a diagnosis and for additional information.

Source: Pure Matters

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